AHCP114
Human Rights
Human rights are at the heart of our modern aspirations as individuals and citizens. But are they truly universal, or just a Western preference? How well have they served us since the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948—and what have we learned since the events of 9/11? Is the state the best guarantor of our rights? How does public religion affect their exercise?
| Section | Sessions | Dates | Time | Campus | Instructor(s) | Cost | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AHCP114-VA1121 | 6-Wed | Feb 22–Mar 28 | 6:30–8:20 pm | Van | Amyn B Sajoo |
$160 ($104 for adults 55+) | Closed |
This course is part of the following program(s):
What will I learn?
We will examine the following topics and questions:
- Week 1 - Groundings: Gods, liberals, and skeptics
- Week 2 - Whom can you trust? States, citizens and others
- Week 3 - Whom can you leave out? Outsiders and insiders
- Week 4 - A neighbor's pain: Humanitarian imperatives
- Week 5 - The art of being free: Identity and culture
- Week 6 - Faith and freedom: Which gods?
How will I learn?
- Lectures
- Video clips
- Discussion (may vary from class to class)
- Papers (applicable only to certificate students)
Who should take this course?
This course if for anyone who is interested in learning more about human rights across the world.
How will I be evaluated?
(For certificate students only)
Your instructor will evaluate you based on an essay you will complete at the end of the course. You will receive a grade of “satisfactory” or “unsatisfactory.”
Textbooks and learning materials
Reading material (if applicable) will be available in class.